Faith, hope and ‘confidence’ of slimmer

Within three years Oxfordshire mum Faith Roots shed eight stone, dropping eight dress sizes.

She ditched sweets and cakes, put her diabetes in remission and found love.

Back in February 2017 she was out of breath after a ten-minute walk. Now she runs 5k a day.

The transformation started when she joined a Slimming World group. Faith (pictured before and after her transformation) explained: “I weighed 17st 13lbs. I felt so unwell because of my weight. I had type two diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, back pain and collapsed ankles.”

Her Slimming World consultant helped her plan meals and kept her motivated. Today, Faith inspires others in her group.

And, single for 27 years, she is now in a relationship. “Losing weight gave me the confidence I needed. I can’t believe the difference physically. I never realised my personality would change too. “I feel healthy and vibrant,” added the 64 year-old.